# Avian influenza threatens vulture populations worldwide

- Source: Phys.org
- Published: 2026-10-27T17:00:01+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-10-avian-influenza-threatens-vulture-populations.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/avian-influenza-threatens-vulture-populations-worldwide-753aaa/

Vultures are one of the most threatened groups of birds in the world. Currently, at least 16 of the 23 species of vulture are of conservation concern, largely as a result of poisoning and other threats due to human activity.

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